Quote Originally Posted by DogHair View Post
I haven't been using straights very long so I've avoided spike point mostly as a self preservation effort. The other day I picked up a nice spike point with minimal hone wear and decided to give it a spin. It seemed to take a good edge within my abilities. Do I need to worry about serious blood loss here? Other than an occasional nick I am pretty patient and get decent shaves.

If you really are patient as you note above you should be fine. If the spike point makes you a little uncomfortable you will find that you will be paying special attention to your shaves when using that blade. If the spike makes you feel really uncomfortable just put it away until the blade you are currently using feels like a part of you and then bring out the spike to use. The only reason to use it is your own. The more comfortable you are with shaving the more you will enjoy your first shave with the spike., unless you are like me and get off on the extra adrenaline.